Brussels, July 29 th , 2016
Q2 2016 results (1)
H1 2016 results (1)
Quote of the CEO, Jean-Pierre Clamadieu
Solvay delivered strong results in the second quarter, with underlying EBITDA up 8% despite continued headwinds in some markets. This reflects the strength and breadth of the portfolio and the continued momentum of our excellence programs. Free cash flow was significantly higher in the first half of 2016, in line with our commitment to convert profits into cash more efficiently. The integration of Cytec is going very well with fast delivery on synergies and we are particularly pleased with our recent award, together with Mubadala, to supply primary structure composite materials to Boeing's 777X program. This represents a strategic milestone for Solvay and positions us well for long-term growth in a key market.
2016 Outlook
Based on current market conditions, Solvay reaffirms its full year 2016 guidance of high single-digit underlying EBITDA growth and free cash flow in excess of € 650 m.
(1) The underlying and IFRS data presented in the highlights compare to unaudited pro forma 2015 figures, as if the Cytec acquisition had taken place on January 1, 2015. The end-of-period balance sheet data compare to the position at the start of the period, which already included Cytec.
(2) Underlying net debt includes the perpetual hybrid bonds, accounted for as equity under IFRS.
FORENOTE
The results of former Cytec are consolidated in the Group's income and cash flow statements since January 1, 2016. Comparative information for the second quarter and 1st half year 2015 is presented on an unaudited pro forma basis as if the acquisition of Cytec had taken place on January 1, 2015.
Besides IFRS accounts, Solvay also presents underlying Income Statement performance indicators to provide a more consistent and comparable indication of the Group's financial performance. The underlying performance indicators adjust IFRS figures for the non-cash Purchase Price Allocation (PPA) accounting impacts related to acquisitions, for the coupons of perpetual hybrid bonds, classified as equity under IFRS but treated as debt in the underlying statements, and for other elements that would distort the analysis of the Group's underlying performance.
The comments on the results made on pages 3 to 15 are on an underlying basis, unless otherwise stated.
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